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US Market Open: Reports suggest that Trump may order strikes on Iran before midterms; energy prices higher, weighing on global sentiment
Multiple reports suggest that US President Trump has ordered the military to be ready for possible Iran strikes, with the President weighing the timing of the strike.
Iran's working assumption is that there will be a US attack and the debate in Tehran is if they should attack first, according to Jerusalem Post's Stein.
Samsung reported preliminary Q3 metrics that disappointed, while TSMC Q3 revenue topped expectations.
Global equities and fixed income come under pressure as the energy complex gains (Brent +4.2%), which is further lifting the USD.
Looking ahead, highlights include US Initial…
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